Summit Lions to host second annual swing dance party on April 13

Hurricane Sandy postponed the fun â but now itâs time to rock ân roll again on Saturday, April 13, at the second annual Summit Swing Dance Party featuring music by local New jersey blues and swing band, The Gas House Gorillas. Hosted by the Summit Lions Club. For more information, go to summitlionsclub.org.

Hurricane Sandy spoiled the fun in November, but now the Summit Lions Club is ready to rock ‘n roll again on Saturday, April 13, at the second annual Summit Swing Dance Party, 7:30-11:30 p.m. at the Elks Club Lodge, 40 Maple St., in downtown Summit.

Everyone is invited for a great night of music, dancing and fun with entertainment once again provided by local New Jersey blues and swing band, The Gas House Gorillas. All proceeds will benefit Summit Lions’ 2013 sight and welfare charitable projects.

“The Gorillas put on a great show, so even if you don’t dance, you can still have fun. Plus, just watching some of the dancers tear up the floor is great entertainment,” says Summit Lion Terri Lahr. (You can see photos of last year’s Swing Dance at summitlionsclub.org and hear the band at gashousegorillas.org.) As this year’s major fundraiser for the Summit Lions, this event will help support important programs such as eyeglass recycling, eye exams for Summit children, high school scholarships, and many other much-needed community welfare projects.

In addition to live music and dancing, this year’s swing dance will include a silent auction (featuring pro sports tickets, gift certificates, dinners, wine gifts and more) and a 50/50 raffle. There will also be a cash bar, and light food and snacks will be provided at no additional cost. Tickets are only $25 and may be purchased now on the Lions website or at the door on the night of the event.

The Summit Lions would like to thank their major sponsors, Hilltop Community Bank and Smythe Volvo, for helping to make this event possible.

For more information and to purchase tickets, go to summitlionsclub.org or contact Peter Twill at 908-665-1700, ext. 12, or Terri Lahr at 908-516-2629.